A magical Kingdom of Bhutan

A magical Kingdom of Bhutan Many people have never heard of Bhutan, a country that values Gross National Happiness over Gross National Product! Bhutan is a small country landlocked about the size of Switzerland. E 'is bounded to the north and north-west Tibet, with India, touching the remaining boundaries a little' and Nepal to the west. Virtually the entire country is mountainous, reaching 24,777 feet north to south, with three geographic regions, the high Himalayas in the north, the hills and valleys of the center, and the foot and the plains of the south. For centuries, Bhutan has remained isolated from the rest of the world. Since its doors were opened in 1974, visitors were fascinated by the beautiful and unspoilt country and the people hospitable and charming. The best time to visit is October and November and during major festivals. The climate is best in autumn, from late September to late November, when the sky is clear and high mountain peaks are visible. It is not unusual to experience rain, no matter what the season, but you should make the monsoon season from June to August, when the buckets of rain fall. Buddhism in Bhutan was probably the 2nd Century, although traditionally its introduction is credited with the first visit of Guru Rinpoche in 8th Century. In this, the people after a shamanic tradition known as Bon that still exists today, along with their Buddhist traditions. Guru Rinpoche is the most important figure in the history of Bhutan, as the second Buddha. His miraculous powers include the ability to control demons and evil spirits, and kept his teachings and the wisdom to hide them in the form of Terma (hidden treasures) can be found later illuminated treasure discoverers known as tertons. One of the most famous of these was tertons Pema Lingpa, texts and artifacts he found, he composed the religious dances, and art has produced, are key parts of Bhutan, the living conditions of the property. The largest and most colorful festival (tsechus) is held Dzong Bhutan and monasteries once a year, in honor of Guru Rinpoche. Tsechus a maximum of five days of spectacular pageantry, masked dances and religious allegorical plays. The festivals play an important role in the process of teaching and Buddhist society. The Bhutanese celebrate and rejoice together, dressed in their best clothes and jewels, in a convivial atmosphere where infectiously 'humor and devotion go hand in hand. These festivals provide an ideal opportunity to reflect on the essence of the Bhutanese. The temple of Jampa Lhakhang Britain hosts one of the most spectacular festival, the Jampa Lhakhang Drupa! Since Bhutan has no domestic air traffic, has no helicopters, and not an inch of railway track, the only way to see the place is on foot or by road. This country is breathtaking, glorious, and the pictures do not do it justice. A spiritual jouey to Bhutan will change your life. Please check with us in Bhutan! A magical Kingdom of Bhutan Many people have never heard of Bhutan, a country that values Gross National Happiness over Gross National Product! Bhutan is a small country landlocked on the size of Switzerland. E 'is bounded to the north and north-west of Tibet, India tap their remaining boundaries a little' and Nepal to the west. Virtually the entire country is mountainous, reaching 24,777 feet north to south, with three geographic regions, the high Himalayas in the north, the hills and valleys of the center and the foothills and plains of the centuries south.For Bhutan has remained isolated from the rest of the world. Since its doors were opened in 1974, visitors were fascinated by the beautiful and unspoiled and beautiful landscapes and hospitable people. The best time to visit is October and November and during major festivals. The climate is best in autumn, from late September to late November, when the sky is clear and high mountain peaks are visible. It is not unusual to experience rain, no matter what the season, but you should make the monsoon season from June to August, when the buckets of rain come in Bhutan down.Buddhism was probably around the 2nd Century, although traditionally its introduction is credited for the first visit of Guru Rinpoche in 8th Century. Before that people following a shamanic Bon tradition, which still exists today, with its Buddhist traditions.Guru Rinpoche is the most important figure in the history of Bhutan, as the second Buddha. His miraculous powers, the ability to control demons and evil spirits, and kept his teachings and the wisdom to hide them in the form of Terma (hidden treasures) can be found later illuminated treasure known as the discoverer tertons. One of the most famous of these was tertons Pema Lingpa, texts and artifacts he found, he composed the religious dances, and art has produced, are important parts of Bhutan, the conditions of life and colors more heritage.The great festival (tsechus) held Bhutan Dzong and monasteries once a year, in honor of Guru Rinpoche. Tsechus a maximum of five days of spectacular pageantry, masked dances and religious allegorical plays. The festivals play an important role in Buddhist doctrine, and are also social. Bhutanese celebrate and look forward together, dressed in their best clothes and jewels, in an 'atmosphere in which infectiously' humor and love go hand in hand. These festivals provide an ideal opportunity to see the essence of the Bhutanese. The temple of Jampa Lhakhang one of the most spectacular festival of the kingdom, the Jampa Lhakhang Drupa! Since Bhutan has no domestic air traffic, has no helicopters, and not an inch of railway track, the only way to see the city is on foot or by road. This country is breathtaking, glorious, and the pictures do not do it justice. A spiritual jouey to Bhutan will change your life. Please note in Bhutan with us! Dr. Sheri Rosenthal is the owner and managing director of travel of the Spirit. Our intention is for your spiritual transformation and personal growth with the incredible opportunity to visit holy places, and experiences and extraordinary itineraries! You can reach joueys@joueysofthespirit.com